The United Kingdom leads in the European employment placement agency market, accounting for 36.03% of enterprises in 2024, reflecting a 4.12% year-on-year growth. The Netherlands follows with 17.46% and a 5.76% increase. Spain, showing strong growth, is third with a 10.16% increase to 7.4%. Germany and Poland round out the top five with modest growth rates. Notably, Romania and Switzerland have experienced negative growth, while dynamic growth in Austria, Croatia, and Malta is driving market change.
Looking ahead, future trends to watch include digital transformation in recruitment processes, an increasing focus on niche and specialized agencies, and cross-border collaborations. The ongoing developments in automation and AI within the recruitment sector may also significantly reshape the market dynamics across Europe.
Top countries in Number of Enterprises of Employment Placement Agencies Share by Country (Units (Enterprises))
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United Kingdom | 36.03 | 2023 | +3.85% | +4.12% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Netherlands | 17.46 | 2023 | +4.45% | +5.76% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Spain | 7.4 | 2023 | +4.07% | +10.16% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Germany | 7.1 | 2023 | +3.63% | +2.12% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Poland | 6.82 | 2023 | +2.76% | +2.63% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Sweden | 4.15 | 2023 | +3.38% | +4.59% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Belgium | 2.56 | 2023 | +4.89% | +1.82% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Ireland | 2.43 | 2023 | +2.89% | +3.21% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Romania | 1.91 | 2023 | -0.78% | -1.97% | View data |
| 10 | 10 France | 1.53 | 2023 | -5.54% | -2.29% | View data |
